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Jupiter

Noun

Definitions

1. Jupiter (planet)
2. Jupiter

This noun is the name of the largest planet in our solar system, known in English as Jupiter. It is a compound of the kanji for "wood" and "star," reflecting the traditional East Asian system of naming planets after the five classical elements.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Spotting Jupiter on an evening walk always feels like a little win.

Sentence 2

Umm, what's the English name for Jupiter again?

Sentence 3

Due to a spec change, we'll be revising the design of the Jupiter observation device.

Sentence 4

According to breaking news, a probe has collected new data near Jupiter.

Sentence 5

Wait, the Great Red Spot on Jupiter is big enough to fit the entire Earth!?